Obasanjo Doubted The Fact That PH Refinery Is Working, Describing It As A Lie -Emmanuel Umohinyang

According to The Sun, Emmanuel Umohinyang, a human rights activist and President of the Centre for Leadership and Justice, has expressed his views on critical national issues and challenges confronting Nigeria. Speaking on the country’s state, Umohinyang addressed concerns surrounding the Port Harcourt refinery, a topic that has generated widespread debate in recent months. His remarks shed light on the varying perspectives regarding the refinery’s functionality.
The Port Harcourt refinery has been a contentious subject, with some alleging that its operations remain dormant despite reports to the contrary. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo recently dismissed claims of its functionality, calling it baseless. However, according to Umohinyang, numerous visits to the facility have revealed its operations are ongoing, countering the former president’s skepticism.
Umohinyang emphasized the involvement of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) in addressing these doubts. He noted that the NNPC invited Obasanjo to witness the refinery’s operations firsthand, signaling efforts to dispel any misconceptions. This development reflects ongoing attempts by the corporation to validate its claims of progress in the nation’s oil and gas sector.
The issue underscores broader concerns about transparency and accountability within Nigeria’s energy industry. For years, the sector has been plagued by inefficiencies, corruption, and operational setbacks, which have fueled skepticism among citizens and stakeholders. The recent discourse surrounding the Port Harcourt refinery highlights the need for verifiable evidence of progress in revitalizing critical infrastructure.
The broader implication of this debate extends beyond the refinery itself. It serves as a litmus test for the government’s commitment to restoring public confidence in its ability to manage vital national assets. Addressing concerns about the refinery’s functionality could influence perceptions of broader reforms in the oil and gas industry.
He said: Some time ago, former President Olusegun Obasanjo doubted the fact that Port Harcourt refinery is working, describing it as a lie from the pit of hell. But so many people have visited the refinery to attest that it is working. You can see that the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) invited Chief Obasanjo to come and see things for himself…..See_More